Mr Soni will discuss his first book "Rome's Last Citizen: The Life and Legacy of Cato, Mortal Enemy of Caesar". The book, cowritten with Rob Goodman, is described as " a truly outstanding piece of work. What most impresses me is the book's ability to reach through the confusing dynastic politics of the late Roman Republic to present social realities in a way intelligible to the modern reader. Rome's Last Citizen entertainingly restores to life the stoic Roman who inspired George Washington, Patrick Henry and Nathan Hale. This is more than a biography: it is a study of how a reputation lasted through the centuries from the end of one republic to the start of another."(DavidFrum,DailyBeast.)
Jimmy Soni is Managing Editor of the Huffington Post Media Group. He has also worked as a speech writer and policy aide in Washington, DC. Books will be able for purchase and signing courtesy of Barnes and Noble. Free and open to the public. Please register at www.cuyahogalibrary.org or call 216-831-6868.